Hello Reader, Bright sunshine, pleasant temperatures, and plenty of happy riders: We kicked off our first test event of the year earlier this month. And this is just the beginning! This year, we want to give you even more opportunities to test our bikes on great trails near you. Details on three upcoming test events in Europe are listed below (with more to come!), along with lots of other exciting updates from the world of RAAW, including a brand-new review of the Jibb V2. Enjoy the read! Madonna V3 - “Silver Bullet” - RAAW of the Month im FebruarThis month, Cole’s Madonna V3 takes the spotlight in our "RAAW of the Month" series. Cole is from a flat region, but that hasn't stopped him from developing a deep passion for mountain biking. His Madonna V3 is built for long days in the saddle just as much as it is for tackling demanding mountain descents. Check out his stunning ride in detail here. Experience RAAW Yourself - Upcoming Test Events in EuropeReviews and customer feedback are great, but nothing beats experiencing a bike for yourself on proper trails. If you can’t make it to our showroom for a test ride, don’t worry—we’ll be traveling with our test bike fleet this year. Three events in May are already confirmed, with more to follow: Bike Festival Freiburg (Germany), May 2 - May 4, 2025, Dreisamstadion Freiburg [More Info] We’re looking forward to seeing you there! [Video] Why’s Water Wet? - Coen Skrypnek on his Madonna V3“Why is water wet?” We don’t have an answer to this important question, but we’re definitely glad it is! As beautiful as our frames may look when new, they truly shine with a fresh layer of liquid dust. RAAW Ambassador Coen Skrypnek — who undoubtedly has more style than vowels in his last name — takes you on an atmospheric rainy-day ride in this video, parting puddles like Moses parted the sea. A must-watch! [Video] RAAW Laps: Andrew Driscoll at Highland MTB Bike ParkYou might already know that RAAW privateer Andrew is lightning-fast on his Yalla! But did you know that he recently teamed up with some equally speedy buddies to shred Highland MTB Bike Park for a RAAW Laps video? Thought so. Check out the footage here—airtime guaranteed! Community Deal: 20% Off Bearing Tool & Bearing Kit SetNew month, new exclusive deal for RAAW Riders! If you’re planning to give your bike some TLC this spring, we’ve got you covered: Get 20% off the Bearing Kit and Bearing Tool when purchased together. Simply add both products to your cart and use the discount code “FRESHBEARINGS” at checkout. Offer ends on February 28. And don’t forget—with the code "RAAWRIDERS," you always get 10% off apparel. Enjoy the ride, and thanks for being part of the RAAW family! [Videos] Back to School: Finding Speed Season 2Gravity School Racing is back and kicking off the 2025 downhill season with a stronger crew than ever. New riders, new tracks, same bike, and one clear goal: getting faster. But between intense training sessions, technical challenges, and the constant battle against the clock, there’s still time for wild go-kart duels and unexpected paintball attacks. Check out the first two episodes of the popular Finding Speed video series here. Current AvailabilityOur stock is freshly replenished, and our current models are available in nearly all sizes. The only exceptions: The Madonna V3 in ‘black - Small’ and the Yalla! in ‘black - XLarge’ are currently sold out. Be sure to use the “Notify me when available” function on the product page to be the first to know when they’re back in stock. More Info: Jibb V2 | Madonna V3 | Yalla! As always, have fun on the trails and thanks for your support! Cheers
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Hello Reader, The bike season is fast approaching, and we’ve got a ton of exciting news for you! From the latest Yalla! test to hefty discounts on frame kits and shocks, plus a new Single Speed Kit in our shop – there’s plenty to explore. Also included: Upcoming test events and the latest adventure from Stevie Schneider. Enjoy the read! RAAW Yalla! in The Loam Wolf Review – "Damn fun" Robert “The Loam Wolf” Johnston from the blog of the same name put the Yalla! through its paces in a detailed...
Hello Reader, The RAAW year 2025 is off to a promising start: We’ve won the coveted Design & Innovation Award for our Madonna V3! We’re especially excited because the DI.A. is one of the few product awards where the entries are not only theoretically analyzed but also thoroughly tested under real conditions. After all, that’s exactly what we build our bikes for! And the other stories in this newsletter come straight from life as well: from Arno’s journey back on his bike, to Chris’ freeride...
Liquid error: Unknown operator subscriber In 2024, the RAAW Community continued to grow – thank you for being part of it. It is truly amazing to see our bikes in action all around the world and on such a wide variety of trails. The ongoing exchange with you – whether you’ve been part of our community for years or you’ve just joined – is one of the key factors behind RAAW’s success and the continuous development of our models. Because we aren’t able to talk to everyone in person, we’ve created...